Blog Post #4

There were many factors that lead to this accident in aspen Colorado.  The main contributing factor was the pressure that was put on the flight crew to get the flight in and not have to go to their alternate airport.  It was made very clear by "the boss"  that they needed to get the plane on the ground.  Even though they were running late and it was going to be very close to not making it before the night, they still chose to go anyways.


As they got closer into the airport there was a error chain.  They let the passenger into cockpit and then proceed to make a chain of errors as they made there way into the airport.  Many of these errors should have been avoided and they should have just gone around.  Especially after multiple planes went missed on the approach before them.

They should have not let themselves be pressured into trying that landing.  They should have not even attempted the approach or at least went missed.  They should have not let the passenger in the cockpit.  That just added to thing and made the pressure worse.

Even if my job was on the line I would do what is safe.  It is not worth risking my life to keep a job.....

Blog Post #3

The main tip that I gained from reading this article on single pilot IFR is the importance of preparation and pratice.  I will want to make sure that I'm well prepared with quality equipment before I go on any flight.  Even if I don't plan on going on any SPIFR flights I will plan on practicing multi-tasking and seeing my priorties.  I will make sure to stay as proficient as posible by practicing fight on a regular basis, even if in an simulator.  I will also continue to ask experience pilot of their adivise in these types of operations.


Right no there is no way that I would consider flying Single Pilot IFR operations.  My proficiency level is way too low right now.  I would be way too much of a risk trying to do these operations.  I will get a lot more experience, practice, and advice before I consider it.

Blog Post #2

When a circuit breaker is bypassed and is unable to be tripped you most likely have a short circuit.  The electricity can find a different path to take and  will not be protected by a breaker.  This can cause huge amounts of current to be pulled through the wire causing a risk for fire.

The recommendations made in the article are very similar to our electrical fire checklist.  Both our checklist and the article say to immediately turn off the master and then turn off all other electrical components.  They both also say to use the fire extinguisher if needed and to land as soon as possible.  You should also only try trouble shooting the if conditions permit and for essential equipment only.  The article  say that some aircraft you should open you vents and other you should not.  It say to consult you own emergency check list.  Our list say do not open.

I am going to be prepared for next time that I have an electrical fire.   I will be familiar with the check list and have them memorized.  I will be careful for the subtle signs that may be showing.  In the event that the fire does occur I will  use my checklists and stay calm while flying the aircraft.  I will also notify atc when available and use all resources that are available to me.